FAQ

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noun

ˈfak 

ˌef-ˌā-ˈkyü

: a document (as on a website) that provides answers to a list of typical questions that users might ask regarding a particular subject

check the FAQ

also : a question included in such a document

a list of FAQs

FAQ

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abbreviation

fair average quality

Examples of FAQ in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Noun

Microsoft mentioned the change in an FAQ about retiring certain Copilot features, which was spotted by Mashable. — Michael Kan, PC Magazine, 14 Aug. 2026

The one-time SRY screening can be collected via saliva, a cheek swab or blood sample, according an FAQ on the Screen Sports platform. — Daniel Libit, Sportico.com, 14 Aug. 2026

Information about what items are and are not allowed on the beach at the Air & Water Show are listed in the FAQ on the city's official event website. — Sara Tenenbaum, CBS News, 13 Aug. 2026

Then report the message using the contact information listed in the official Brinks Home incident FAQ. — Kurt Knutsson, FOXNews.com, 10 Aug. 2026

Word History

Etymology

Noun

frequently asked questions

First Known Use

Noun

1987, in the meaning defined above